Zanzibar, Zanzibar Central/South Tanzania

Zanzibar, Zanzibar Central/South Tanzania

Zanzibar, Zanzibar Central/SouthTanzania

Spice Up Your Life in Zanzibar

Sugar & spice — and everything nice! — await in Zanzibar, where you’ll visit a local farm to learn about the island’s spices, explore ancient forts in Stone Town and go on an exciting boat trip to snorkel & swim!

About Your Trip

Prepare to be wowed as you set off on 2 epic adventures on this DreamTrip to sun-kissed Zanzibar. First, delight your senses and discover why Zanzibar is known as the “Spice Island” when you set foot on a local spice farm to smell and taste the island’s popular varieties. Your seasoned guide will also show you an array of plants and describe the medicinal uses of certain spices. After stopping at a local restaurant for lunch, you’ll continue to Stone Town, boasting 19th-century architecture that reflects Swahili culture. After exploring the past slave quarters, you’ll head to the Old Fort of Zanzibar. Once a prison, the fort is now an open-air venue used for festivals and performances.

The fun isn’t over yet! You’ll also go on a thrilling daytrip to Mnemba Island, where you'll snorkel and have the chance to swim with dolphins. Before the afternoon is over, you’ll feast on a delicious barbecue lunch on the beach!

During your free time, why not take advantage of all your hotel has to offer? Lounge at the newly renovated pool or try your hand at windsurfing, paddleboarding or kayaking. Then, rent a bike — for free! — and cruise around town. Or, pamper yourself with a rejuvenating treatment at Maua Spa. Want to venture away from the hotel for a few hours? Gather up the kids and make your way to Nungwi Beach for some fun in the sun. History buffs can learn more about the city’s dark past at Prison Island, a former camp where people with diseases were sent. Foodies can delight in a trip to Forodhani Gardens, a nighttime food market that sells fresh produce, fish and meats.

What we love:• Although Zanzibar’s area is only 950 square miles (1,528 square kilometers), it produces over 80% of the world's cloves. The Spice Island is also one of the world’s leading producers of nutmeg and cinnamon.• Stone Town was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2000 — it’s a remarkably well-preserved example of a traditional Swahili trading town.• The Old Fort of Zanzibar is now the headquarters for the annual Zanzibar International Film Festival.• To maximize your enjoyment, download the DreamTrips™ app to access DreamTrips Local — then earn points on dining, entertainment, spa experiences & more at select spots recommended by DreamTrippers just like you!

What's Included

Your DreamTrip includes 6 days and 5 nights* in Zanzibar, Tanzania, as well as:• Full-day Stone Town and spice tour; includes lunch, guide and transportation. • Full-day snorkeling excursion to Mnemba Island; includes lunch, snorkeling equipment and transportation. See Additional Information for more details. • Welcome reception with snacks and alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks at the hotel. • Welcome drink upon arrival.• Complimentary 24-hour Wi-Fi at the hotel. • 5 breakfasts and 5 dinners.• A host, whose goal is to ensure you have a great DreamTrips experience from landing to liftoff — they host a welcome reception on arrival day, attend scheduled activities throughout the trip, notify the group of itinerary updates and more. (Please note: A host will be provided only on trips with bookings of 10 or more adults.)

*Want to stay an extra night or two? Make the most of your trip with our specially negotiated prices for pre- and post-night stays! Click select, then choose from the options available at the bottom of the “Check Availability” section.

Transportation

Airfare is not included in the trip price! The closest commercial airport to the hotel is Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ), approximately 36 miles (58 kilometers) away. We highly recommend that you purchase travel insurance for any trip.Please note: Airport transfers are not included in this trip. Make sure to arrange your own transfers between the airport and your hotel.

Destination

Tropical perfection meets vibrant, Stone Town culture on the Tanzanian island of Zanzibar. Let warm waters and sugary beaches set the scene for exciting local fare on the Spice Island. Fans of bold flavors and other zests will love Zanzibar, from its fragrant market to its range of locally cultivated spices.

The island’s valuable crops made it a popular port for international traders. Omani Arabs constructed the Old Fort of Zanzibar in the early 1700s, after they wrested it from Portuguese control in 1698. Today, Zanzibar is a popular tourist destination and continues to grow world-class spices.

Itinerary

Day 1

Check into the hotel at any time after 1 p.m.1-6 p.m.: Visit the welcome table in the hotel lobby.Enjoy a welcome drink at the hotel. The rest of the afternoon at your leisure. 5:30-7:30 p.m.: Welcome reception with snacks and alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks at the hotel.7:30-10 p.m.: Welcome barbecue dinner on the beach.

Day 2

7-10 a.m.: Full buffet breakfast at the hotel’s The Bridge Restaurant. The rest of the morning at your leisure. We suggest you take advantage of your hotel’s amazing amenities and spend time splashing in the pool, playing in the game room or pampering yourself with a spa treatment.12:30-2:30 p.m.: Lunch available at The Bridge Restaurant. Lunch is at your own expense.The rest of the afternoon at your leisure.7-10 p.m.: Buffet dinner at The Bridge Restaurant.

Day 3

7-10 a.m.: Full buffet breakfast at The Bridge Restaurant. 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Full-day Stone Town and spice tour; includes lunch, guide and transportation. • 10:30 a.m.: Depart from the hotel. • Go on a tour of the spice farm and learn about the different plants, smells and medicinal uses of the spices. • Lunch at a local restaurant.• Explore Stone Town and visit the slave quarters and Old Fort of Zanzibar.• 5 p.m.: Return to the hotel. The rest of the afternoon at your leisure.7-10 p.m.: Buffet dinner at The Bridge Restaurant.

Day 4

7-10 a.m.: Full buffet breakfast at The Bridge Restaurant. The rest of the morning at your leisure. We suggest you take advantage of your hotel’s amazing amenities and spend time splashing in the pool, playing in the game room or pampering yourself with a spa treatment.12:30-2:30 p.m.: Lunch available at The Bridge Restaurant. Lunch is at your own expense.The rest of the afternoon at your leisure.7-10 p.m.: Buffet dinner at The Bridge Restaurant.

Day 5

7-8:45 a.m.: Full buffet breakfast at The Bridge Restaurant. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Full-day snorkeling excursion to Mnemba Island; includes lunch, snorkeling equipment and transportation. See Additional Information for more details.• 9 a.m.: Depart from the hotel. • Snorkel, visit the sandbank and have the chance to swim with dolphins.• Savor a seafood barbecue lunch on the beach. • 5 p.m.: Return to the hotel.The rest of the afternoon at your leisure. 7-10 p.m.: Buffet dinner at The Bridge Restaurant. Day 6

7-10 a.m.: Full buffet breakfast at The Bridge Restaurant. The rest of the morning at your leisure until checkout and your flight. Check out of the hotel by 10 a.m.

Hotel Details

Kena Beach Hotel is an oceanfront hotel featuring a beautiful makutti — thatched — roof and a friendly, professional team ready to help you get the most out of your island getaway. With a newly renovated pool, game room, spa, cooking classes, water sports and more, there’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy.

Standard Double Room accommodations with:• 1 king bed.Please note: Bedding type is subject to hotel availability. Child pricing is based on sharing existing bed(s). An extra bed is available for children ages 4-12 years only (at an additional cost of US$50 per stay); contact Travel Support for availability and booking. • Maximum occupancy 2 adults and 1 child, or 1 adult and 2 children.• Minimum occupancy 1 adult.

Superior Family Room accommodations with:• 1 king bed and 2 twin beds. Please note: Bedding type is subject to hotel availability. Child pricing is based on sharing existing bed(s). An extra bed is available for children ages 4-12 years only (at an additional cost of US$50 per stay); contact Travel Support for availability and booking.• Maximum occupancy 2 adults and 3 children. • Minimum occupancy 2 adults and 2 children.

Pricing for children for this hotel may differ from (and be greater than) pricing for adults. Click SELECT to check. If the pricing for children differs from the pricing for adults, refer to the Policies section for further details.

Hotel Check-in Requirements

By booking this DreamTrip I understand that the hotel may request a credit card upon check-in. The hotel may request the credit card in order to: a) place a monetary hold of US$50-200; or b) hold for incidental, security or other charges. By booking, I acknowledge having received notice of this potential charge and accept that Rovia™ recommends a credit card rather than a debit or bank card be used in the event the hotel requests the card. I understand that any such request made by the hotel is outside of the control of Rovia and is strictly a hotel policy. Should I have questions concerning the hotel’s policy, I accept responsibility for contacting the hotel independent of Rovia.

Additional Information

For peace of mind, why not consider an optional travel insurance plan throughTravel Guard? Offering assistance with common travel problems like flight delays or lost luggage, Travel Guard can help you start your next adventure prepared for the unexpected!

Please contact Travel Support if you have special requests regarding bedding, meals or medical needs, or any other questions about this trip.Please note: A host is provided only on trips with bookings of 10 or more adults.Please note: At the time of booking, you will see a page with your order number and trip cost. This is your confirmation. Please retain and bring this information with you on your trip.

Gratuities are not included. We suggest providing gratuities at your own discretion.

Please be aware that children’s pricing is based on hotel rates, excursion costs and other inclusions.

Don’t forget to check out DT Local on the DreamTrips app for suggestions from our membership community on participating restaurants, spas, entertainment options and other activities near you.

Please note: Guests are required to pay an infrastructure tax of US$1 per person, per night. This charge is payable directly at the hotel upon check-in.

Full-day snorkeling excursion at Mnemba Island: • Swimming with dolphins and dolphin sightings are not guaranteed. • Excursion times are dependent on the tides and subject to change.

Terms and Conditions

Cancellation Policy*: If you cancel 91 days or more before the start date of your trip, you’ll get a refund of the amount you paid for the trip less a fee of US$50. If you cancel between 46 and 90 days before the start date of your trip, you’ll get a refund less a fee of US$100. If you cancel within 45 days of the start date of your trip, your trip will not be refunded. All fees are applicable on a per-person basis. *This cancellation policy is subject to rules and regulations in applicable jurisdictions in which our travel supplier is based. Therefore, in the event of conflict between the cancellation policy displayed here and cancellation terms in supplier booking terms, the provisions of the booking terms will prevail.

Name Change Policy: Name changes must be done no later than August 26 and are subject to a US$50 name change fee. Name changes after this date are not allowed.

Members can’t combine DreamTrips Points. Your membership level determines the maximum amount of DreamTrips Points you can use. If you have more than 50 Rovia Bucks, you can apply them in the checkout process.

Hotel/resort credits and/or discounts cannot be converted to cash, and any not used during your stay will expire immediately upon your departure. Member is responsible for paying any taxes that may be added to items purchased with hotel/resort credit.

In the unfortunate event that an activity or excursion is no longer available, we will substitute a similar activity of equal or greater value.Make sure that your passport and visa, if applicable, are up-to-date before you leave! It’s important to double check that you have all the identification and other documentation required by the specific country you’re traveling to. In many countries, passports and visas must be valid for 6 months or longer after the trip end date. If you are unable to obtain the required identification and other documentation, the Cancellation Policy for this DreamTrip will apply.

Make sure that you request a name change or room change at least 31 or more days before the 1st day of your trip. Due to contractual supplier policies, we may not be able to confirm requested name or room changes to existing bookings for trips that are scheduled to travel within 30 days of your request.

Each individual, including each child, who is coming along with you on your DreamTrip is required to have a booking prior to the commencement of the trip. If you do not book and pay for each such person in advance of the trip, you will be charged the hotel’s then-current rate, not the trip price, for each such person at the time of your check-in.

Pricing for children is based on their age at the time of travel and may be subject to additional terms and conditions of individual hotels and all-inclusive resorts. Also, pricing for children can vary, and may be higher than pricing for adults. Therefore, before you book any travel, please check the relevant hotel or resort website for applicable terms and conditions as well as details regarding their pricing structure.

Pricing shown is for each person, and is based on 2 adults per room.

Please don’t consider your change requests official until you receive a confirmation email from us.